Description
The Light Aluminum Two-Horse That Does Not Intimidate
Plenty of riders put off buying a trailer because the whole business looks like it demands a bigger truck than they own. The 1995 Featherlite 2HSLBP is the answer to that. Empty weight sits at roughly 2,800 lbs against a 7,000 lb GVWR, which puts it comfortably inside what a half-ton pickup or a properly rated SUV can handle, and a lighter trailer is more forgiving in crosswinds and far easier to back into a tight barnyard than something twice its mass.
Featherlite built its name on aluminum, and this trailer shows why that reputation stuck. Three decades on, an aluminum body is still presentable where a comparable steel unit would be bubbling along the seams and flaking at the fender lips. There is less to maintain, less to repaint, and nothing quietly rusting behind the mats.
The layout is deliberately simple: a 2 ft short-wall dressing room for saddles, bridles and boots, and a 7 ft long wall giving the horses adequate room to stand and travel. That compact dressing area adds storage without stretching the overall length or piling on weight, which is exactly the compromise a weekend rider wants. For lessons, trailheads and the occasional show, it does the job without asking much in return. Fewer moving parts also means fewer things to go wrong: there is no hydraulic ramp, no slide-out and no living-quarters plumbing to look after, just a trailer that hitches up and goes.
Specifications
- All-aluminum construction
- 2 ft short-wall dressing room with a 7 ft long wall
- Two-horse bumper-pull layout
- Tandem 3,500 lb axles on 15 in. tires
- Manual jack and spare tire
- Outside width 7 ft, inside height 7 ft
- Box length 15 ft
- Empty weight approximately 2,800 lbs, GVWR 7,000 lbs
A 7 ft inside height covers most standard-sized horses but is worth measuring against a taller animal before you commit, since headroom is the one dimension you cannot work around. The gap between the empty weight and the 7,000 lb rating leaves solid capacity for two horses and a dressing room full of tack. On a trailer of this vintage the checks that matter are the aluminum floor and crossmembers, the tires and wheel bearings, and confirming the lights and brakes respond properly through your own controller.
Compared with a newer steel two-horse at a similar price, you trade some age for a body that will still be sound long after the steel one has been patched twice.
Delivery is a flat rate by region from our Sacramento yard – local, nationwide and international – and the exact rate shows at checkout. See the rest of the Two Horse Trailers we carry, read the Big Bear Containers delivery terms, then ask for a delivered quote when you are ready to move on this Featherlite.
Recommended Applications
- Equestrian Travel & Shows: Safe, stress-free transport for competition horses with superior ventilation and secure divider systems.
- Ranch & Livestock Operations: Reliable hauling across ranches and rural roads with heavy-duty torsion axles.
- Trail Riding & Weekend Outings: Comfortable dressing room and tack storage for extended weekend trail adventures.
Delivery, Logistics & Site Preparation
Big Bear Containers provides reliable, insured delivery direct to your site across the Sacramento region, Northern California, and nationwide throughout the continental United States. Depending on the unit, delivery is handled via specialized tilt-bed rollback truck or transport trailer.
- Site Access Requirements: Ensure a clear, level surface (concrete pad, packed gravel, or asphalt) with adequate approach clearance for delivery trucks.
- Pre-Delivery Inspection: Every unit undergoes a rigorous multi-point inspection prior to dispatch to ensure doors, seals, structural members, and flooring meet our strict quality criteria.
- Rapid Dispatch: Local Sacramento and California deliveries typically arrive within 3 to 7 business days following order confirmation. Nationwide freight options are fully tracked.
Why Choose Big Bear Containers?
At Big Bear Containers Inc., we pride ourselves on delivering premium grade storage containers, modular structures, and commercial trailers with transparent pricing and exceptional customer care. Whether you are purchasing a single storage container or outfitting an entire commercial fleet, our Sacramento-based team is dedicated to providing durable solutions tailored to your operational needs.
- Rigorous Inspection Guarantee: Guaranteed wind- and water-tight containers with robust structural integrity.
- Transparent Quotes: Flat regional delivery rates shown at checkout, with no hidden handling fees.
- Dedicated Support: Personalized assistance from container specialists from order placement to on-site drop-off.
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